Astro Bob: Phase into skywatching with the waxing moon

Astro Bob: Phase into skywatching with the waxing moon

Many of us love watching the full moon rise. The anticipation alone is worth the trouble of finding a location with a choice horizon. Sometimes you'll see a faint aura of light above the rising point, which only heightens the suspense. Then with little warning, the tiniest sliver of orange light flashes into view along the murky edge of the world. It feels like hope fulfilled. That special moment, if weather permits, will play out again on durin…